1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AMC Ambassador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AMC Ambassador would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (362 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 12 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | AMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ambassador | C |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 468 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2720 mm |